I have been coming here since I was a teenager and everything has remained consistent. This…read morelocation has a different menu and vibe than the other Life Alive cafes that have popped up over the years. It feels like 90s/early 2000s vegetarian food, which is a good thing. Feels very classic. Many items on the menu are vegan and you can make substitutions to make non-vegan items vegan. The drink game is on point, also. The only thing that has changed much about this menu is that the drinks have entered the new millennium.

Live Organic Cafe was the first place I ate when I arrived in Salem, and it ended up being a great…read morestart to my weekend trip. I was looking for vegan-friendly options near my hotel, and this spot was conveniently close by. The menu had so much to choose from: bowls, handhelds, drinks, desserts, and more. I don't usually order iced coffees or teas, but the Blueberry Cloud Matcha sounded too interesting to pass up. It came out beautifully layered, with whipped foam on top, matcha in the middle, and blueberry syrup at the bottom. I noticed some people using straws, but I drank it without one, and it was delicious. The foam blended into everything perfectly while still keeping those pretty layers. My bowl came out soon after and was just as nicely presented. I especially loved the whipped sweet potato, which was such delicate touch. The bowl was also very filling, with lots of fresh, hearty ingredients, so I couldn't quite finish it--but it was satisfying and delicious. I visited late in the afternoon, around 3pm on a sunny Friday, and the cafe was still packed. There was plenty of seating, including cozy corners and brighter areas near the windows. Overall, it felt peaceful, relaxed, and very much like a community hub. If you're visiting Salem and looking for a vegan-friendly spot, this is definitely worth checking out.

This charming farm to table eatery was delicious. I walked past early this morning and brought my…read morefriends for lunch. They have something for everyone - sweet and savory house made pickled treats, salads, sandwiches and more. It's a lovely place to stop and have a fresh squeezed or hand pressed cocktail or meal away from all the people.

This was a 5 min. Walk from our inn, we didn't know there was so much more behind us. We had to use…read morethe derby laundry mat and this was on the way there. So we made sure to try it out for dinner. We didn't make reservations and you need to. So we sat at the bar. The bartender- Sean was friendly! He made our last dinner night in Salem great. My daughter and I ordered a salad with salmon. We wanted something light and fresh and this hit the spot. The salad was perfectly dressed and salmon perfectly cooked and crispy skin on! I wasn't a fan of the sangria but I'm not a drinker, but he made my daughter a virgin cactus margarita and she loved it. We sat with 2 others at the bar and they were a pleasure to talk to as well. Definitely recommend!! We will be back next year!

The Babe is an adorable and unique little restaurant and bar in the outskirts of downtown Salem and…read moreit's a little gem! We easily found street parking and were seated quickly. I loved that they have various music nights and on this night, a few people brought in vinyls since it was BYO vinyl night. We had the mozz pockets (yum) and the Carolina gold wings (also yum). For the main meals, I had the Mr. Falafel wrap which was freaking delicious. It was the best thing I had tasted there and I'd return for that wrap alone! My gf had the Culture Fit burger and enjoyed it too. The drinks were top notch and the service was good as well. I'll definitely be back!

Great Gastro Pub. Super wings and cheese steak sandwich! Cool atmosphere and great service.read more

We ordered the $10 lunch special which came with a protein, rice, vegetables, plantains, and a…read moredrink. We opted for the jerk chicken protein and shared one curry chicken patty as well. The food was delicious, tasted homemade, and it was a decent portion for the price since it also came with a drink. The jerk chicken was hot and the plantains and seasoned rice helped mellow out the spice. The highlight of the meal for me was the curry chicken patty - just the right kick of spices and creamy curry. Definitely recommend this restaurant! One note for improvement is that our food was served in styrofoam containers even though we were dining in. It would have been nice to eat with silverware and plates.

We tried the jerked chicken lunch special. Delicious meal…read more The flavors were on point and there a nice hint of spice. Also paired with a jerk chicken patty. Also delicious.

Ah, I completely forgot I had already reviewed this place but here's an updated review! It was just…read moreas good as the first time. We had the nachos (do yourself a favor and buy only a half order because it's HUGE). They were so good and I didn't even have enough room for more food after that. Service was attentive and good! I got the "Summer Fling" cocktail and it was truly one of the best cocktails I've had in quite sometime. I had a couple of them and honestly, could have continued throwing them down if I knew I didn't need to be in decent shape the next day. The live music was fantastic too. All-in-all, still a cozy and great vibe here. I hope to go there again soon!

My family decided to spend the afternoon in Salem and wanted a late lunch. In looking at different…read moreplaces, Mercy Tavern had a good menu so we decided to stop. We arrived around 3:00 on a Thursday. We were able to get an inside seat. Two people were working and both appeared to be fairly attentive. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive. My wife and I both had PBR drafts. My youngest son and I both had Steak Tips and garlic fries. My wife had grilled cheese and my oldest son had fish tacos. Everything was good, fries were extremely garlicky. I wish they would have given more steak. Service was good, food was good, and prices were fair. I would recommend and return.

the food was so good we were contemplating coming back the next day to get lunch again. we came at…read morelunchtime on friday just after they opened and it was very easy to get a table. our waiter was great very personable with great recommendations. i got the back alley bacon ramen which was delicious, it wasn't a traditional take on ramen but it was still very yummy. my friend got a margherita pizza which was also very good, but the star of the show was the mushroom fettuccine. i kept stealing bites of it from it and it was truly one of the best fettuccines i've ever had. our waiter recommended it with fried chicken which was a great call. the chicken was moist but the crust was so crunchy and it was perfect with the creamy alfredo. this place was so good that we even considered coming back the next day or even that same night cause we kept thinking of the pasta. 10/10 would highly recommend

I'm extremely disappointed with the way we were treated here. We sat for about 20 minutes without a…read moresingle server coming over to greet us, ask if we needed anything, or even acknowledge us. When a server finally did approach our table, instead of asking if we had been helped, she asked if we were moving. There were four of us sitting there waiting for service, and the entire interaction made us feel extremely uncomfortable and unwelcome. I don't like jumping to conclusions, but the difference in how we were treated made it very difficult not to question whether there was some type of bias involved. If that wasn't the reason, then there is still a serious issue with the level of service and how guests are being treated. The most disappointing part is that we drove all the way from Virginia to experience Salem and were genuinely excited to be here. To have one of our first experiences leave us feeling this unwelcome was incredibly upsetting. Waiting 20 minutes is one thing. Being completely ignored and then finally approached only to be asked if we were moving is another. Unfortunately, we left feeling like we simply weren't wanted there.

Food was good. We got fries motzarella sticks and pizza. Everything was hot and delicious. It was a…read morenice quiet Monday night. Service was very good.

Spent a couple days in Salem we stumbled onto PZA Pizza and decided to take a chance. The…read moreatmosphere was clean, quiet and inviting. Team member Isabella was there to great us. She was professional, kind and helpful. I ordered a rice bowl with chicken. My husband had chicken Parm sandwich, The food was outstanding, filling and reasonable priced. In fact we went back the next evening. Was nice seeing Isabella again. We felt at home. I had the rice bowl again. My husband had the fish and chips! He is a big eater and had a hard time finishing again outstanding. Shout out to the chef. Thank you!

I've been here a few times. The first time was in 2021 and a few times recently…read more I usually get the drinks here, especially warm drinks and a quick bite but their food that I've seen looks delicious. The London fog is one of my favorites and they make this taste so good. If you like London fogs and chai teas I would go here. I'm not sure of the coffee bc I hate coffee but there were a lot of coffee drinkers there. The staff is always very friendly when we come by and the place is clean, cute and cozy. Will come back!!

Food- 5 stars Service - 5 stars…read moreAmbiance- 3 stars I loved this cafe so much- I am glad my visit to Blackcraft Cult didn't work out because the line here was so much shorter and there was no wait to be seated. The only reason why I gave this spot on a 3 stars on Ambiance is because it was just super chilly outside. However, I did not have to wait for a seat and was given a menu immediately after being seated. I ordered the Nutty Professor latte and let me tell you, this was so divine! I tasted a hint of Nutella cream and how delicious this was that I was no longer disappointed about being seated outside. I also ordered the Shroom Sandy sandwich, I wish I ordered two (one for breakfast and one for lunch). It was that good! The sandwich was prepared with house marinated portobello, scrambled eggs and spinach and Swiss cheese. I felt energized for the two hours I walked around after only eating half. I would be delighted to visit Gulu Gulu cafe again the next time I visit Salem and highly recommend you arrive when they open if you want preferred seating. Happy traveling

Just a superb experience here tonight. My wife and I went to see The Return band at Salem Landing…read morethis afternoon and wanted to grab some dinner nearby. We found Trade House (formerly the Witch's Brew) on Derby Street and were so glad we did. We split a mammoth chopped Caesar salad, then chose 2 entrees from their special Oktoberfest menu: a pork Jägerschnitzel and a braised pork shank. They were both amazing! Hannah, our server, was attentive and pleasant, and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We will be back! Highly recommended!

Had the best short rib of my life last night. Trade House in Salem on Derby St. is a must try for…read moreevery foodie on the North Shore. A generous portion larger than my fist and perfectly roasted such that all the fat was rendered out of it. Served on a bed of whipped, not mashed, potato along with a soft yet still crisp red cabbage and onion crisps ! And the gravy !!! This was my second trip there and I am going back this weekend. Great service and atmosphere as well.

Piccolo Piatti is finally open in Salem after waiting a few years with the "Coming Soon" banner…read morehanging on the green painted house at the corner of Webb St & Collins St. This small house was formerly Amazing Pizza & More which is relocated to the Wharf. Operated by Antique Table, Piccolo Piatti of Salem is strictly a takeout eatery (no table seating) which serves up a variety of paninis/subs/wraps with fries, chicken wings, pizza, grain bowls, salads, smoothies, acai bowls, juices, and can soda. The menu here is different than Antique Table and Piccolo Piatti Winthrop, which offers full service dining with mostly Italian food. I stopped by Piccolo Piatti mid-afternoon and the place was fairly busy with people hanging out waiting for their orders. I ordered a Salmon Bowl ($16 plus tax) which was ready in about 25 minutes after ordering since there were already large orders before mine. I watched the two cooks prepare food in the kitchen as I waited. The Salmon Bowl was really good with nice flavors, which had white rice, mixed greens, red onions, pico de gallo, hot tender honey glazed salmon smoothed with a pesto mayo. I will definitely have to drop in again for a hot sandwich with a smoothie!

Got take out pasta dishes....food was delicious, however, for $20.99, both dishes were kids size…read moreportions. Seems like a couple more spoonful's pasta and more than 2 meatballs would at least begin to look like an adult's size portion. $50 for 2 very small meals.